US Bridges

Mo 87 S over Burris Fork CR

Good

Moniteau County, Missouri · S 21 T 44 N R 15 W · Structure no. 29148

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
265 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,512
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mo 87 S over Burris Fork CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mo 87 S over Burris Fork CR in Moniteau County, Missouri. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,512 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,419 by 2044. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMo 87 S
CrossesBurris Fork CR
LocationS 21 T 44 N R 15 W
RouteState Highway 87
Coordinates38.55053, -92.57108
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.4 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length265 ft (80.8 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,512 (2024)
Projected traffic2,419 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mo 87 S over Burris Fork CR built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mo 87 S over Burris Fork CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Mo 87 S over Burris Fork CR carry?

About 1,512 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Mo 87 S over Burris Fork CR?

The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Mo 87 S over Burris Fork CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.